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AML / KYC
Japan FSA to Mandate Stricter ID Checks for E-payments
By Editors | 20/10/2020
The FSA plans to revise its guidelines for bank transfers to e-payment service providers in response to a series of fraudulent withdrawals.
Fintech / Regtech
China Pushes For Faster Launch of Digital Currency
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/10/2020
The Shenzhen government is issuing 10 million yuan worth of digital currency for testing as part of ongoing DC/EP pilot tests.
Fintech / Regtech
Japan FSA to Debut Online Filing Platform by March 2021
By Editors | 18/10/2020
The FSA plans to update its ordinances and guidelines to enable a complete shift to online applications and filings by March 2022.
AML / KYC
MAS’ Use of Tech to Enhance Regulatory, Supervisory Functions
By Manesh Samtani | 17/10/2020
A recent FSB report offered case studies of how regtech and suptech are being deployed by regulators, including several examples from MAS.
AML / KYC
G7 Calls for Global Adoption of FATF Standards on VASPs
By Editors | 16/10/2020
Effective implementation of the FATF Standards, including the ‘travel rule’, is needed to combat a recent surge in ransomware attacks.
Fintech / Regtech
PBOC to Establish Consumer Protection Fund for Payments
By Editors | 15/10/2020
The new regulations are aimed at establishing a long-term mechanism for resolving and disposing of risks at non-bank payment institutions, the PBOC said.
AML / KYC
Philippines Begins Roll-out of New National ID System
By Editors | 15/10/2020
PhilSys will mean wider inclusion in the financial ecosystem for the unbanked, allowing cash aid, credit and other welfare spending to reach them faster.
Fintech / Regtech
RegTech Asia 2020: Artificial Intelligence, Privacy, and Ethics
By Editors | 15/10/2020
What are some of the challenges FIs face amid the growth of AI and machine learning with regards to privacy and ethics, and how can these be addressed?
Fintech / Regtech
RegTech Asia 2020: LIBOR Transition Progress
By Editors | 14/10/2020
How has LIBOR transition been progressing in Asia Pacific, and how is technology helping to facilitate transition efforts?
ESG / Sustainability
FSB Publishes Letter to G20 Ahead of Virtual Meeting
By Manesh Samtani | 14/10/2020
The letter describes the FSB’s work to address issues of financial innovation and technology, promote a resilient and integrated global financial system, and address market fragmentation.
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